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Acting

  • Higher National Certificate
  • 1 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 7 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
University Centre
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Pearson Education Ltd
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Course summary

Step into the spotlight with the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Acting, delivered by Blackpool School of Arts in one of the UK’s most iconic performance towns. Surrounded by the vibrant energy and rich heritage of Blackpool’s entertainment industry, this programme offers aspiring performers a dynamic and immersive training experience.

Students will explore a wide range of acting methodologies - from classical techniques to contemporary practices, through a curriculum shaped by current professional standards. The course blends practical workshops, rehearsals, lectures, and live performances, ensuring students develop the technical, creative and professional skills needed to thrive in the performing arts sector or progress toa { text-decoration:

The HNC is a standalone higher education qualification and also forms Year 1 of a three‑year BA (Hons) Acting degree pathway, progressing through the HND to a BA (Hons) Top Up.

  • Build versatility and confidence through acting, voice and movement

  • Explore classical and contemporary performance styles

  • Collaborate with students across other creative disciplines

  • Learn from experienced practitioners and visiting artists

  • Train in professional rehearsal and performance spaces

  • Benefit from small class sizes and dedicated tutorial support

Whether you're drawn to the stage, screen, or emerging performance platforms, the HNC Acting programme places you at the heart of a town built on showmanship, giving you the tools, confidence,and industry insight to launch your career.

Modules

Course Modules

Module A: Process and Practice

A1: Concept and Development (340 GLH – 85 credits)
A2: Creative Project (140 GLH – 35 credits)

https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/da1he0016

Assessment method

Assessment Method Level 4
Coursework 100%

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Centre

Study options

  • Higher National Certificate • Full-Time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 7 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
W413
Institution code:
B41
Campus name:
University Centre
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Blackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
W413
Institution code:
B41
Campus name:
University Centre

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
DD

in an appropriate discipline

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 48

Access to HE Diploma

Full access to HE Diploma in appropriate discipline

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP

in an appropriate discipline

https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/da1he0016

Additional entry requirements

Audition
As part of your application to the HNC in Acting, you’ll be invited to take part in an audition designed to showcase your talent. You’ will be asked to prepare and perform two contrasting monologues: A least one must be from a play written after 2000. The monologue should reflect your age and life experience. Ideally, the character should be speaking to another character (not the audience) NB: Both prepared pieces should be no longer than two minutes.

English language requirements

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above, or Level 2 equivalenthttps://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/da1he0016

International entry requirements

International equivalent of given entry requirements for this course. If English is not your first language, you will also need to achieve an IELTS score of at least 5.5. https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/da1he0016

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£7500

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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